Massive Data Breach at HCA Healthcare Sparks Class-Action Lawsuits and Regulatory Concerns
July 17, 2023
A massive data breach at HCA Healthcare, a hospital chain, has resulted in the filing of the first of many proposed class-action lawsuits. The breach involved the exposure of potentially 11 million patients’ information on a dark web forum. Key concerns surrounding the breach include the possible involvement of a third-party storage vendor and the […]
Insights from William Barrett: New York County Dental Society Article Explores Cybersecurity Risks in Dental Practices
June 22, 2023
Dental health professionals handle a vast amount of sensitive patient data, ranging from personal information to medical records. To protect themselves and their patients, it’s important for them to understand cybersecurity risks and take appropriate measures. Staying aware of the latest threats and trends is crucial for adequate protection. Learn about some of the ways […]
Steven W. Teppler, Chair of Privacy and Cybersecurity and Chief Cybersecurity Legal Officer, featured in article titled “Health Entities Should Vet Risks of ChatGPT Use”
January 20, 2023
Steven W. Teppler, Partner and Chair of the Firm’s Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group, as well as our Chief Cybersecurity Legal Officer, was featured in an article discussing the importance of healthcare entities carefully vetting the use of ChatGPT and similar AI-enabled tools for potential patient data security and privacy risks. Click the link to […]
New IRS Cybersecurity Requirements for CPAs and Accounting Practices
January 17, 2023
Stay ahead of the game and protect your business and clients’ information with the latest IRS cybersecurity requirements for CPAs and Accounting practices. Learn about the new Written Information Security Plan (WISP) and FTC SafeGuards Rule. Partner and Chief Cybersecurity Legal Officer Steven Teppler, and Partner in the Firm’s Trusts & Estates and Taxation practice […]
Steven Teppler and Lauren X. Topelsohn Discuss the Legal and Ethic Requirements Imposed by the SHIELD Act in the New York Law Journal
October 10, 2022
The SHIELD (Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security) Act is the latest cybersecurity-based legislation, affecting businesses (including law firms) that own or license computerized private information of New York residents. Designed to protect state residents’ data, this act imposes strict requirements on firms and levies harsh fines for those that fail to meet them. […]
Steven Teppler, Chair of Privacy and Cybersecurity, featured in article titled “Hazards and Help with Cybersecurity”
October 4, 2022
Steven W. Teppler, of counsel and chair of the firm’s Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group, was featured in the New Jersey Business Magazine for October, where he highlights the importance of cybersecurity and data breach prevention/response. Since October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, this could not have happened at a better time. This month is dedicated to raise […]
Mandelbaum Barrett PC CIO Tom Brennan authors article titled "17 Technical Controls for Effective M&A Due Diligence"
April 12, 2022
Mandelbaum Barrett PC Chief Information Officer Tom Brennan has authored a Cyber Security article in the April 6th, 2022 issue of CPO Magazine titled "17 Technical Controls for Effective M&A Due Diligence."